Navia Robinson, AMTC grad, (2nd row on right), knew from an early age she wanted to perform. This quadruple threat is currently starring on two new, major TV shows: "Raven's Home" on Disney and "Free Rein" on Netflix. Navia's mom made it her business to help Navia get the training and contacts to move forward. God did the rest. Check out Navia's bio and resume on IMDB.

Evan Peters

Evan Peters is a TV and movie star who has been called the young Johnny Depp, because of his deep and quirky character portrayals. He is a star of the hit TV show, American Horror Story, and one of the X-Men, Quicksilver. Evan came to AMTC as a teen and quickly booked the lead role in a film called Clipping Adam with Kevin Sorbo. Since then, his career has steadily grown.

Madisyn Shipman came to AMTC at the age of 5. She’s been working steadily ever since from Broadway to Sesame Street to film. Today, she’s a rising preteen star with the lead role of ‘Kenzie’ on the Nickelodeon show, Game Shakers. Recently, she was the voice of Violet in The Peanuts Movie and as Salome in the film, Geezer, with Billie Joe Armstrong and Selma Blair.

Star of the Kendrick Brother's 5th feature film, "War Room," T.C. Stallings is a film & television actor, author, and Youth & Sports Ministry Director at NorthPark Community Church in Valencia, CA. T.C.'s main mission is to use all of his gifts to share the message of Christ, and to encourage anyone who will listen to do the same. Before T.C. began acting, he enjoyed a football career in the collegiate and professional ranks. Success as an actor began with his role as "TJ" in the movie 'Courageous'. Six more movie roles would follow, along with national commercials for clients such as the NFL and Golden Corral. TC has always strived to be successful, but not by way of spiritual compromise.

Nickelodeon artist and AMTC Grad, Joelle Joanie Siwa (born May 19, 2003), also known as JoJo Siwa or JoJo with the Big Bow, is an American dancer, singer, actress and YouTuber, known for appearing for two seasons on Dance Moms along with her mother, Jessalynn Siwa, and for her hit singles "Boomeraang" and "Kid in a Candy Store". Siwa posts daily videos of her day-to-day life on her second YouTube channel, JJ's world. She recently won favorite-viral-music-artist at the Kid’s Choice Awards 2017 and performed at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC.

Laura Bretan

Laura Bretan is from Chicago, Illinois. Encouraged by her mother, Laura Bretan has been singing in church since she was a four-year-old girl. At age seven, while listening to Disney's "Sleeping Beauty," she realized she can sing in a different manner, however she continued to sing only Christian music.

Laura loves classical music and is now a successful opera singer touring Europe. She believes she can touch people's hearts with her voice and hopes she can inspire others, especially teenagers, to enjoy opera as much as she does after realizing that it is the most complex form of art.

Along with being American, Laura is also Romanian, born to Romanian parents. She won the 6th season of Romania's Got Talent.Laura Bretan's audition on America's Got Talent received a standing ovation from Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Mel B, and Howie Mandel. Moved by her performance, Mel B pressed her Golden Buzzer to send Laura straight to the Quarterfinals and was #6 on the Final episode.

Chris Young

Chris Young knew early that he wanted to pursue a career in country music. Raised just minutes away from Nashville, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, he began making trips to Music Row at a young age, trying to land a record deal. He came to AMTC at the age of 13 with Advantage Models & Talent. He went on to win the TV show, “Nashville Star.” Today at the age of 29, he’s one of country music’s most successful artists with 4 albums, 6 #1 singles and 7 gold-platinum certifications. USA Today calls him, “one of country music’s most reliable hitmakers.” He’s also gone “global” with a Sold-Out World Tour after winning the British Country Music Award International Act of the Year, Chris has quickly become an international ambassador for Country Music.

Megan Fox

Megan Fox came to AMTC at the age of 13. Known today as one of the world’s most beautiful women, she balances modeling, film and marriage and motherhood. Megan became famous during the first Transformer movies, and experienced the challenges that beauty and fame can bring. More recently, she starred in two Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle films and Zeroville, as the female lead opposite James Franco and Will Ferrell (due to be released in 2016).

Charles Michael Davis is an actor, director, model and photographer from Dayton, Ohio. He was born to an African American father and Filipino mother. As an actor, he is best known for his starring role on The CW show, The Originals (Marcel), but he’s also had recurring roles on Grey’s Anatomy (Dr. Jason Myers), The Game (Kwan Kirkland) and Switched at Birth (Liam). Contrary to his role as Marcel, Charles Michel is an amazingly nice man, doing volunteer work for many charities.

“It started just two years after signing with my mother agency, Wings Model Management. I awoke one Saturday morning to receive a call from my agent. He offered me the opportunity to pursue my dreams at SHINE. Boy, am I glad I took him up on it. Long story short, we came, we saw, we conquered.

I took that confidence with me and two months after SHINE I packed up and drove to LA. Another two months after that I booked my first television audition for That’s So Raven. After landing the role I became a member of the Screen Actors Guild and since then the ball continued to roll.

Today my plate is so full with theatrical, commercial, print, voice over, hosting, and producing gigs that its become a constant reminder of how grateful for what I learned and the experience I gained at SHINE!”

Matt is starring in the new Fox TV series, The Resident. Matt Czuchry came to SHINE with the Millie Lewis Agency after a tennis scholarship from the College of Charleston. He landed recurring roles in Young Americans and Hack. But his breakout role came as the 3-season love interest of Alexis Bledel in The Gilmore Girls (2004-2007). His next big series was Friday Night Lights. During breaks, he shot many guest star roles and films. For the last 6 years, Matt’s main role was the handsome young attorney, Cary Agos, on The Good Wife. Known as one of the best dressed Hollywood stars, Matt is a regular face at Fashion Week. "Czuchry may be the best young actor on TV." -David Hiltbrand of The Philadelphia Enquirer

Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss went from AMTC to Star Search to SYTYCD to films, teaching, the Academy Awards and the Ellen Show. He’s now a husband, father, SYTYCD Mentor and one of the most famous dancers in the world. Stephen is also an amazingly nice man who gives back more than he receives. When he came back as a guest star to SHINE, he stayed for hours working with the dancers.

Tiffany Hines is a quadruple threat performing sensation, performing as a singer, dancer, model and actress. Tiffany grew up in Cincinnati, studying dance and singing, while maintaining an “A” average in school. She won several National Dance Competitions in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, hip-hop, and acrobatics. After high school, she juggled a job as a dance instructor while attending the University of Cincinnati, and singing for two different bands! Tiffany loved performing, but she had no idea her life was about to change. The following summer, she attended the SHINE, won Overall Female Actress and many contract offers! Tiffany has been a series regular on many TV shows, including Bones.

Brandon has been performing since the age of nine. A virtuoso, Brandon plays the piano, guitar and is currently learning to write original songs. At SHINE, Brandon placed in the top five for overall performer, overall singer, overall dancer and actor and he received the most callbacks among all performers. His big break came when he was selected from among 40,000 auditioners for the Hub original reality show Majors and Minors (cast alongside fellow AMTC grad Austin Crute) where he got to showcase his musical and dance talent while being mentored by professionals. Brandon is signed with the Campbell Agency in Dallas and continues to model, act, sing, dance, write and choreograph. The former child star is now a teen professional. Brandon is now with the Simon Cowell boy group, PrettyMuch

TIffany Brevard

Tiffany Brevard is doing it all. This actress/model/songwriter turned humanitarian presently serves as an ambassador with For Good Entertainment, where she has worked on several social action campaigns. Her song Take Me Home was recently released on ITunes, Amazon and Spotify in promotion with the documentary Harry and Snowman with proceeds benefitting The American Humane Society, Homes for Horses, and ASPCA. As a model, Tiffany has walked for LA Fashion week, and has worked as a promotional representative for Abercrombie and Fitch. She has appeared on CNN in advocacy of For Good Entertainment. She has also interned as a VJ on Juce TV and is a current news anchor for the University of Southern California's See It Live.

Julian Silva

Julian Silva’s talent is only exceeded by heart. Julian was cast in the role of Gavroche for the North American Tour of Les Misérables shortly after SHINE. When interviewed, he told a reporter that he prayed before every performance: “Jesus meet me at the mic.” Since then, Julian has done several national TV commercials and an upcoming film with the director of God’s Not Dead. Most recently, Julian was cast in the most coveted child theater role in the world: Young Simba in the Lion King on Broadway. The entire Silva family is very dear to the ministry of AMTC, and we must commend Dan and Maria Silva as model parents for a Christian child star.

He prays before every performance and asks, “Jesus meet me at the mic.”

Young Kevelin Jones is starting his career in a big way. A native of Flint Michigan, Kevelin graduated Winter SHINE 2016. He has performed at many live events including the Idlewild Music Festival. in 2017-18, the young singer/actor/model can be seen along side Grammy Award winning singer Deborah Cox in the US Premier/North American tour of The Bodyguard: The Musical.

Xiara Waller

Xiara Waller is from central Florida. She played basketball, football and tennis, and she speaks English and Spanish. Xiara says, "I want to do outreach to other teenagers and show people that it is possible to use my talents and still live for God." She is with Fusion Models, NY, The Hive, London, and Why Not, Milan.

Beginning with AMTC and the industry at the age of 4, Mary Charles Jones became the first of three sisters born to perform. Her outgoing personality and young wisdom won many hearts and roles. She plays one of the daughters of Kevin James' character on the CBS show Kevin Can Wait. She’s also been in films and TV shows such as Footloose, Identity Thief, Dear Dumb Diary and Grey’s Anatomy, including commercials and print ads.Mary-Charles Jones on IMDB

Ben Davies

Ben Davies is a model, actor and athlete who shot his first national ad campaign before he was 2 years old! As an athlete, he was a Junior Olympics Decathlete, who went to college on an athletic scholarship. But injuries began to slow him down, his Olympic coach was fired, he broke his rib during a competition, and he was involved in a bicycle wreck that resulted in major surgery on his right arm. For the first time in Ben Davies life, he was weak. He cried out to God to show him the way, to allow him to do something “significant”. That’s when things turned around for Ben. That same week, Advantage Models & Talent got the call from Sherwood Pictures that Ben had a call back for a lead role in the movie Courageous. Since that film, Ben graduated, moved to Los Angeles, married and has been in 15 additional films. He’s now an actor, model and talent for Christ in the ultimate competition.

Joivan Jimenez is a man that lives boldly and to the fullness to please God. Passionate and in Love with his family, a student of Worship, Leadership, Acting and Fashion, He is one of the up and coming Young Latino influences of this Generation. As an Actor, Joivan was recently featured in the award winning film "Stand Your Ground." Internationally, he has done commercials for Texaco, Burger King, and many others. As a singer, he invites God's presence with his heart and voice, bringing audiences to their knees. Joivan has toured the world. He has sung for the president of the United States. 2017 NEWS: Joivan's Generacion DeFuego was nominated for Spanish Song of the Year for the 48th DOVE AWARDS. He was also the Vanheusen Institute of Style Super Bowl Sweepstake Winner, having been featured in Superbowl XLVI on ESPN and GQ Magazine. His goal is to make Jesus famous by being a catalyst for the upcoming Generation. He loves the word, writing, eating, sports, comedy and movies. At the end of the day the walk of this Panamanian, will make you smile, give you hope, but most of all, an encouragement to follow Christ.Joivan's websitePress on "Stand Your Ground"Joivan's Van Heusen makeover for the SuperbowlJoivan's God StoryJusto Comedy

JP

JP came to AMTC and she’s been represented by IMG and Muse New York. Her agents at IMG said that JP has been so successful because of her warm personality and unique look. They followed her from the time she was 13 and signed her at age 17. JP has a space between her front teeth. What some might consider a liability has added to her appeal. JP shows that perseverance pays off! She’s modeled all over the world steadily for many years with too many designers, shows and magazine editorials and covers to list.

Jacquelin is a proud native of Brooklyn, NY. who now lives in L.A. She is an award winning actress, who focuses on musical theatre. She is an Ovation Award winner for her performance in The Color Purple and was also nominated for an NAACP Theater Award for Best Supporting Female for her performance as Mrs. Muller in Doubt: A Parable. She has been seen on TV One, TruTV, Showtime and, recently on the REELZ Network premier of Hollywood 911. Jacquelin played Mae in Two Pictures in One (HL16) and is currently a part of Wicked Lit 2016, and gives thanks to GOD for every opportunity she gets to share her gift with the world.

Meet Ricky Vu. This Atlanta-native and two-time American Ninja Warrior competitor is nothing short of a miracle, having survived nine surgeries including a procedure to restore a collapsed left lung less than a month before joining AMTC. Prior to landing his gig on Ninja Warrior, Vu signed with Click Models & J Pervis Talent, booking commercials for Reebok, EPIX, and AT&T. He also appeared in the feature film Rumors of Wars, along with fellow AMTC actor Ben Davies. But Vu gives all his success back to the One who called him into the industry. As Ricky says, “I play the background. The spotlight does not belong to me.”

Johnny Apple

Johnny Apple came to SHINE twice at the ages of 15 and 16. He wowed AMTC's judges both times. Perhaps this polish set the stage for the talented young South African to win South Africa’s Got Talent. He signed with Sony Music. His first single and album are called: Warrior. About it, Johnny says: “If it gives just one person the courage to be a warrior and stand up for what he or she believes in, I will have done what I set out to achieve. Also, I want to be a good example to those who look up to me – this, to me, is doing the right thing.”Johnny Apple's Record 'Warrior' on iTunesJohnny Apple's FacebookJohnny Apple's TwitterJohnny Apple's Instagram

Isabella Shin

While other girls are collecting American Girl dolls, Isabella Shin is busy booking covers for American Girl Magazine! This multitalented actress and model has also graced the cover of ETA Hand2Mind Catalog, and has modeled for Kohl’s and many fashion shows. Diligently honing her craft, Isabella exemplifies the qualities of a hard-working performer, auditioning for film and television, and acting in commercials, including a recent campaign for Nintendo, which was shown nationally in several theater chains. In addition to her time on the screen, Isabella was the top Cookie Seller for Girl Scouts of America and was first runner up in the National American Miss Pageant.

TyAlaxandar (Tyler Griffin)

TyAlaxandar is from North Bergen, NJ and came to SHINE to rap and dance, he discovered additional talents in modeling and acting. He was chosen for the American Eagle International ad campaign soon after SHINE and continues to get booked as a model. His cool style and easy charm just add to the package. At the same time, Ty's rap career continued to move forward, with a growing fan base and many national tours/appearances. Most important for Ty is to honor God and help others. As a teen, he began a nonprofit for inner city kids to grow in in the arts, called ‘FitToFlow.'TyAlaxandar's InstagramTyAlaxandar's Twitter

Diana DeGarmo

At the age of 5, Diana DeGarmo belted out Broadway Baby at AMTC. Surely, she was singing her future into existence. Although a lifelong performer, she rose to fame at the age of 16 as first runner-up on AI, Season 3. Her following success as a pop singer set her up for big Broadway and theater success, with lead roles ins shows like in Hairspray, Godspell, Brooklyn, The Musical, 9 to 5, and Joseph and and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Diana married fellow AI finalist, Ace Young. Diana has also toured for the USO and been a spokesperson for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

oEll Grace Perry is a teen on the move. Since graduating SHINE Winter '16, JoEll received interest from many national agencies, but decided to start a little closer to home, signing with Arquette Agency in Minneapolis. Having been featured in The Trend Report Magazine, her other accomplishments include walking the runway/shooting for several prominent designers, and as of this fall, booking a cover and interview with Model Citizen Magazine. JoEll describes herself as a "high fashion model and Jesus lover," and continues to learn and grow in her craft. In addition to modeling, JoEll has pursued training at the New York Film Academy, where she was awarded a scholarship and attended an Acting for Film course this summer.

Carolyn Dodd

After SHINE, Carolyn Dodd signed with DBA in L.A. and has worked in television, theater, film, commercials, voiceover and music videos. One fun role was Catty Wompus in The Adventures of Catty Wampus.

Austin Crute is rising singer, songwriter, producer and actor from Atlanta. Having been featured as an artist on NBC’s Majors and Minors, Crute released his debut mixtape “PLAY”, a fusion of pop, hip-hop, and r&b, which was completely self-written and produced. Not limited to the studio, his musical talent spans into theatre where he recently appeared as Seaweed in NYU’s production of Hairspray. Most notably, Austin can be seen this fall on FX’s Atlanta, playing Justin Bieber on the episode Nobody Beats the Biebs. He continues to grow and collaborate as a student at NYU’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, while working and auditioning in his spare time.

Dayo Lila is a model/actress signed with Bella Models. This giant NYC billboard/looping commercial for Chase Bank in NYC's Herald Square is only one of many jobs this busy AMTC grad has garnered. Others include Naked Juice and a major Pharma campaign.

Armando Leduc

Armando Leduc was born in Nuremburg, Germany. He is part Puerto Rican, part Portuguese and grew up as an army brat. Leaving Germany at 15, he settled in Georgia. As an adult, he attended SHINE and has been working since then. Leduc made his film debut in the movie, Lords of the Street, where he played a Mexican drug lord. Since then he has fought to break his stereotype of gangsters, drug dealers, and terrorists by birthing his production company, Sketchy Characters. He has worked steadily in film and television, and has dozens of credits on IMDB.

Charles Greer IV worked hard before, at and after SHINE and later signed with Abrams Artist in Los Angeles. He’s worked with Walter Pridgen, the acting coach for Disney sitcoms. Charles is also studying dance at Debbie Allen Dance Academy, improve at Second City (L.A.), in addition to piano & voice. He’s already shot commercials for clients like Kmart, ESPN, GoGurt, Theranos and Nike, in addition to a large role on a new Nickelodeon show.

According to his dad (Charles III): "There was so much information that was given to us from the first day of Charles’ AMTC prep, as far as how we should conduct ourselves, what to look for, what to be cautious of. I believe the information really prepared Charles and myself to be able to deal with what we have encountered thus far along our journey. Whenever Charles and I are surrounded with true believers, it helps us, encourages us, and keeps us ever mindful of our walk with Christ. It keeps us always cognizant of the fact that we don’t have to sell out or compromise to be successful in this industry. You don’t have to take any kind of role that’s going to compromise your faith and your walk with Christ, and AMTC really helped enforce that."

Chryssie Whitehead came to AMTC at the age of 15, soon to begin an extraordinary career in dance and drama. She began as a NYC Rockette, and later landed her first major Broadway role as Kristine in Chorus Line. Other shows include Company, Cats, Gigi, The Producers and Fosse. She’s had recurring or guest star roles on television, like Grimm, Warehouse 13, Private Practice, Man Up, Grey’s Anatomy and Revenge of the Bridesmaids (TV Movie). She’s also done feature films and commercials. In addition to performing, Chryssie is also a Director/Choreographer and guest faculty member at the AMDA, UCLA and several prestigious NYC schools.

Award-winning actor, Edsson Morales, was born in Mexico and moved to London, Ontario where he graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor degree in Science. Realizing his true passion was acting, he decided to follow his instinct and after graduating.

Fast forward: Edsson is now represented by one of the best agencies in Canada, signed with one of the top Managers in LA and has had the honour of working with some big names in the biz. He has starred in hit US and Canadian TV shows and has had the privilege of working alongside some of America's and Canada's best directors.

Credits include the Guest Star role in the TV series, "Reign" on CBS and the CW network, the critically acclaimed TV show "Orphan Black," NBC's hit TV Show "The Firm," where he worked along side Gemini Award winner Callum Keith Rennie, Guest Starring on ABC's Hit TV show "Rookie Blue" and films like "At Risk” with Andie MacDowell and Daniel Sunjata.

After SHINE, in the same year, Noah’s booked his first big job in Blake Shelton's video, 'Honey Bee.' He made movie debut in 'Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas,' where he acted and sang in the part of Bailey, opposite Tyler Perry, Alicia Witt, and Chad Michael Murray. Noah was Young Ryan in 'The Identical' with Ray Liotta, Ashley Judd, Seth Green, and Blake Rayne. For his portrayal of James in the short film Eleven, Noah won the 'Best Young Actor Award' at the Action on Film International Festival. Noah's current television projects include 'Mr. Robinson' (NBC), and 'The Kicks' (Amazon). He has also appeared on 'Sam and Cat', 'See Dad Run', 'Children's Hospital', and the Nickelodeon pilots 'Twang' and 'Like a Girl'. Noah was chosen as one of Nickelodeon's 'Groundlings', where he developed a talent for improvisational comedy. In music, Noah is working with one of Justin Timberlake's producers, Rob Knox. He was on Amazon's Original Series 'The Kicks.'

After attending AMTC, Tripp's warm personality and All-American good looks won attention from many agencies. He signed with Next Model Management, one of the top 10 agencies in the world and is currently with their L.A. office. In his very long and fruitful career, Tripp has worked with major designers, magazines, and clients worldwide.

Julian Green attended SHINE as an aspiring model, but also aced the acting events. He has become an active lifestyle and fashion model in Atlanta. He has modeled with Presence, Chosen Model Management and Ursula Wiedmann Models. One of Julian’s first major jobs was a commercial for Coca Cola.

Trevor Sones is a hard-working, classically trained dancer who has worked steadily in the industry since SHINE. He is represented by RWS & Associates. Trevor has traveled in national shows like Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Cats, Mamma Mia, and Chicago. He has also served as Dance Captain for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. In addition to dancing, Trevor is a choreographer and coach. Trevor’s talent is matched by his relentless professionalism in every aspect.

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Sarah Brannon was never really was much of a southern belle. Eventually Sarah decided to pursue modeling and was signed to the Donna Groff Agency in Memphis and attended SHINE. Sarah started her modeling career in L.A. the day after she graduated high school. Since Sarah stepped off the plane, she’s been red hot. She opened for Givenchy, along with walking for Joseph Altuzarra and Alexander Wang among others. She’s shot her first two covers and many editorial spreads. According to Sarah, "Modeling is fun and exciting. You get to experience so many amazing things and meet so many people. College was never really the right option for me, so modeling was a perfect fit!"

“Sarah is fierce on the runway and an absolute joy in real life,” says Daniel Robson, booker at Premier Model Management. “All that meet her love her, and we couldn’t be more excited about her and what she is going to achieve.”

Hilmar Skagfield

Hilmar Skagfield won the CBS TV show, HUNTED, with his partner and best friend, along with a prize of $250,000. Hillman is an I.T. Consultant, former professional model and rising actor. He's a well-educated intellectual who loves the Lord. At the SHINE Conference, Christian Kaplan (20th Century Fox) took an interest in Hilmar and helped connect him with the producers of Hunter (then in casting). The future looks bright for Hilmar, rising star for God.

At the age of 12, Ser’Darius’ mother, an English/Drama teacher at his Florida middle school, asked for his help rewriting a classic play. Fast forward to college, talent in sports and an athletic injury... Ser’Darius felt stagnant. He attended an audition for AMTC and came to SHINE! He earned callbacks and a scholarship to the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts. He headed to New York City to pursue what he had once assumed was an unattainable goal. Since then, he has been a successful actor in film, series TV, guest starring roles, and theater. Next summer, you can catch him along with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kevin Hart, and Jack Black in the all new Jumanji film, a continuation of the 1995 movie starring Robin Williams. Ser'Darius Blain on IMDBSer'Darius' Official SiteHuffington Post Article

Sarai Gonzalez

It all started with a love of watching movies and performing for friends, which led to an audition with AMTC, which led to roles in small films and eventually getting cast as the little girl in Bomba Estereo’s Soy Yo music video. Now a viral sensation, Soy Yo has garnered over seven million (and counting) views on Youtube, and has everyone talking about the fresh-faced little girl who is not afraid of being herself. That little girl is 12-year-old Sarai Gonzalez, proud performer and AMTC graduate, whose almost overnight success spanned to her meeting President Obama at the white house, interviews with New York Times, Huffington Post, and Fusion, to name a few, and a unique PSA called Be You Y Vota. Sarai became the face for Latina youth confidence.

Iris Davis

Iris Davies is an actress and singer from Groton, Connecticut. Iris came to AMTC with her older sister Alex, where the two sang an original duet together and performed in the singer/songwriter showcase. Now a Broadway kid, Iris landed the role of a lifetime as Brigitta in Broadway's The Sound of Music national tour. She also recently recorded the single I Don't Need to Know with her sister and kids from the Broadway/NYC Theatre community. Proceeds from the song benefitted the PTSD Foundation of America.

DJ KB

DJ KB, an official DJ for the Indiana Pacers, the Indiana Fever, and the internationally known recording group Level 316 - now known as 6 Way St. KB has been DJing since 2009 and enjoys being able to use two Technics and a mixer to melt the hearts and faces of everyone she meets. Whether she's in Bankers Life Fieldhouse or on an international tour with her group, she strives to create experiences that ultimately inspire life change. Formally known as DJSNS, DJ KB has worked with a variety of artists and companies such as Cross Movement Records, the NBA, the WNBA, Summers Best Two Weeks, YoungLife, The Impact Movement, Stellar Awards, Michael W. Smith, Rhema Soul, K-Drama, Everyday Process, Townsend Pompeo fka t.Jay, Da. Truth, One Accord DJ Alliance and BreatheLife Radio.

With a BA in Mathematics and Music, an MBA and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies, Lydia Elle is a multifaceted author who has found success in a variety of career paths including acclaim as an international vocalist. Elle is an award-winning member of Actors, Models, and Talent for Christ, a non-profit organization that trains and provides a platform for aspiring talent to present their skills before top entertainment industry executives. Elle has garnered the attention of many within the acting and music industry.

While continually expanding and leveraging her influence to inspire, motivate, and encourage people to achieve their purpose, Elle has a passion for a number of topics including women’s education rights, anti-trafficking, and mentoring youth as they prepare and matriculate through college.

Elle’s debut extended play recording (EP), I Prayed, was released in July 2015 and is currently available on all digital music outlets. This compilation, produced by Grammy-nominated, award winning producer, Erik ‘Blu2th’ Griggs, speaks in melody what the book presents through word. Her book, “And So I Prayed” hit the Amazon #1 Best Seller list.

Vince Terranova signed with Next, NY, Arlene Wilson, Chicago, Irene Marie, Miami, Kim Dawson, Dallas, Heffner, Seattle while beginning with Carolina Talent. He has worked continually since then, picking up agents in many regional markets. Clients have included Macy’s, Saks, Belk, Sears, Bloomingdales, Abercrombie and Fitch, Brooks Brothers, Lands End, Banana Republic, Perry Ellis, Reebok, Target, Dunhill Fragrances, Men’s Health, Nationwide, Walgreens, Sealy and UPS. Vince wants aspiring talent to understand that the industry is demanding, and sometimes it can seem defeating. However, one needs to remember why he/she elected to rise to the occasion in the first place: a sincere and relentless passion for modeling and/or acting that fuels, drives, and enables you to stay on course. Says Vince, “I find strength and solace in my faith with God. I give God the glory in both triumphs and failures, because it takes both to build character in walking with God as well as succeeding in this business!”

AMTC grad Whitney Thompson was America’s Next Top Model winner in Season 10, and the first Plus Size model to gather such fame. Since then, Whitney has modeled for major designers around the world, and she continues to campaign for realistic, healthy beauty in any size. Whitney has also been the featured model for an international lingerie chain. She is especially proud to be a celebrity spokesperson for the National Eating Disorders Association.

Aaron began his dance training at the age of 3. When he was 11, he landed his first professional job at a local theatre in his hometown of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Early in his career, Aaron appeared on America’s Got Talent (Season 1) and America’s Most Talented Kids. At the age of 12 (the year he came to SHINE with Millie Lewis of Charleston), he won “The Greatest Dancer in America Challenge,” a dance competition held on Good Morning America. One of the judges, nine-time Tony Award winner Tommy Tune, later invited Aaron to join him on the National Tour of Doctor Dolittle. Aaron performed a tap duet with Mr. Tune in every show while touring. At 16, he appeared in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in the show Tap Kids, which received five-star reviews from The Scotsman. Aaron taught his first tap master class at the age of 13, and loves to teach and choreograph tap for all ages and skill levels. He is also on faculty with Showstoppers, conventions which are held all across the U.S. Currently, Aaron is a part of the 20th Anniversary cast of Tap Dogs.

Brea Peck attended SHINE in the middle of a hurricane! (Hurricane Frances came through Orlando at the same time.) Although Brea was gained a lot of interest, she did not start modeling right away. She wasn’t ready. So, she waited. She continued to excel in school, music, and sports. Brea was a competitive swimmer and an accomplished violinist. She had a 3.70 GPA in high school and was on the Dean’s list. After another trip to SHINE, Brea began her modeling career in high gear! She has modeled with Ford, New York, Beatrice, Milan, and Starz, Hong Kong. Some of her most noted campaigns include Mastina Company, Cosmogirl, and Harpers Bazaar. Brea has also been in many designer shows, including Catherine Malendrino, Jeramy Laing, Adam and Eve, and United Bamboo. She is currently with Photogenics in L.A.

Following in the footsteps of her big sister, Mary Charles Jones, Maggie Elizabeth entered the entertainment industry at the age of 4, the same year she came to SHINE. Both girls have been successful in film and television. The entire Jones family are both Christians and industry vets. Maggie Elizabeth’s credits are substantial, from We Bought a Zoo with Matt Damon, to Footloose, Mothers’s to the TV series Ben and Kate. Maggie Elizabeth has also been active in faith-based films, the first child ever to win the “Best Actress” award at the 168 Film Festival.

Jody Wilhelm is a former school teacher who began her modeling and acting career in her late 40’s. She came to SHINE with Millie Lewis of Charleston. After AMTC, Jodi began modeling. She has been represented by agencies throughout the U.S. while maintaining her home base in Charleston. Jody has worked as a fashion and commercial model for over 20 years. Jody’s jobs and clients are too numerous to detail; they go from glamorous ads for upscale stores like Parisian to the cover of the Orajel Gold toothpaste box! Jody has been in magazines like Southern Living, Parade, Redbook, Good Housekeeping, catalogues like Front Gate, Belk and Sears, print ads for Verizon, Poligrip, Mary Kay, Avis, TV commercials like Icy Hot, Toyota, and TV shows like “In The Heat of the Night.”

Wendy Heagy

After leaving Canada for New York City, Wendy Heagy headed to Broadway to begin her new life as an actress and dancer. It wasn't until fifteen years into her career, however that she made the decision to follow Christ, which she thought meant leaving show business behind. Now a talent consultant with Actors, Models and Talent for Christ, and with a new acting resume that includes the role of a core police officer on Law and Order: SVU, Wendy feels confident that God has called her back into the entertainment industry to be salt and light for His name.

Daniel Nelson, from Fairfax, Va. is a performer rising into entertainment’s spotlight. Since attending AMTC’s SHINE Conference, Daniel has walked for major designers in New York Fashion Week, starred in national commercials (like EA FIFA 15 and Kaboom Xero Sticks), and landed a lead role in the television series “Monumental Mysteries.” Throughout middle and high school, Daniel played basketball, baseball and football. He was set to play collegiate basketball when he injured his wrist and was out for two months. During this time, he realized his passion for the entertainment industry. “When I was hurt, I was searching for something else. I just felt a constant nagging on my heart to follow my previous interest in photography and acting,” he says.

Mathai was born in New York but has lived in Dallas, TX, most of her young life. She is the first generation of her family, who hail from India, to be born in the United States. A student of jazz, her unique vocal stylings span such influences as Billie Holiday, Adele, Nelly Furtado and Nora Jones. Her break came when she was discovered by two industry executives while attending AMTC’s SHINE. She soared in Season 2 of The Voice and later collaborated and toured with LeCrae. Currently studying medicine at Texas Woman’s University in Coppell, TX on scholarship, Mathai spends whatever free time she has on developing new projects. Her debut commercial release found her collaborating with producers and creators Troi and Angie Irons, Tony Rich, Arex (Justin Bieber), Kendrick “Wylcard” Dean (Usher, Mariah Carey), JHart (Priscilla Renae), and others.Mathai on Wikipedia

Matt Egan

Matt Egan was the top male model at SHINE. He came to AMTC with model developers, MaryAnne Van Sickle of Models & Images in KS. Matt began his modeling career immediately after SHINE when he landed the Calvin Klein exclusive show in Milan, which he has now done for each season. He followed this with other major shows during New York’s Fashion Week. Known for his full lips and chiseled jaw line, Matt made his editorial debut in VMAN and has been photographed for many clients, including Vogue Australia. He signed with VNY New York and MC2 Miami.

Jessica Collins of Hoffman International came to SHINE twice. She grew up in a close-knit family whose focus was more on inner beauty than outward appearances. A self-professed tomboy, she was surprised when a middle school friend suggested she should model. During her first national AMTC competition, she received many callbacks, but her hip measurement didn’t quite fit the regular fashion model standard. After the initial shock of Kim Hoffman’s suggestion she pursue plus-size modeling, Jessica soon embraced the idea. A second trip to SHINE brought the life-changing realization that she could love her healthy curves. She modeling during (and now after) attending Avila University on academic, soccer, and basketball scholarships. Jessica has graced the covers and pages of national magazines, walked the runways for designers all over the world, and appeared on talk shows for over a decade. Her resume includes clients such as In Style Magazine, Macy’s, Modern Bride, Under Armour, Dillard’s, Saks, Target, Fitness Magazine, Good Morning America, and the Today Show. Now represented by Wilhelmina, NY and Dorothy Combs, Miami, she's confident, kind-hearted, and a positive role model for women.

Passionate about health and fitness, and a certified personal trainer and nutrition and lifestyle coach, Jeremy Shore was excited to find his niche as a fitness model. During his career, he has spent seasons in Miami, Los Angeles, New York, Milan, Paris, Athens, and Sydney, and has been represented internationally by top agents, including Next, Elite, Wilhelmina, and IMG. Jeremy is the Co-founder of www.reGYMS.com. He’s the Lead Educator for Dynamax Medicine Balls and an expert contributor for ReebokONE and Livestrong.com. Jeremy has made appearances on the The Doctors, The Rachael Ray Show and other morning shows coast to coast. Jeremy is an on-air contributor to Men’s Health Magazine and host of the Men’s Health 15 Minute Workout: Arms, Abs, & Chest DVD and the Muscle System Workout DVD. He’s also an online Jeremy is the Founder of www.StrengthToServe.com, revolutionizing the culture of fitness.

Erin Cahill

After attending SHINE as a teen, Erin Cahill popped to national attention in her first major role as the Pink Power Ranger. This always smiling, genuinely nice young lady began her career in Hollywood and has not stopped yet. Her list of film and television roles is better seen on her IMDB link. Erin is a well-respected industry insider whose positive attitude and ease on every set has won her a devoted following of fans and connections. In her spare time, Cahill is an avid supporter of Free Arts for Abused Children.

After SHINE, Grace St. John signed with Wilhelmina New York, LA, and Miami, The Rock Agency, and formerly worked with Elite Chicago. Grace wasn't aiming to be a supermodel, but rather a positive role model. She openly described modeling as her mission and gladly discussed her Christian faith. Grace prides herself on demonstrating that you can remain healthy and natural to model. Wilhelmina literally created a new division around Grace, who was “normal,” at a size 4-6. Grace modeled her way through high school and college with jobs too numerous to list. Glynis Carpenter (part of the AMTC family who is a NY fashion photographer) says Grace is not only beautiful, but one of the best and most natural models she has shot.

Caitlin Kinney

Caitlin Kinney attended AMTC and received strong interest from reps. She was a top lifestyle modeling and dancing prospect. Even though ballet was not her primary dance style growing up, as a sophomore in high school Caitlin transferred to the Baltimore School for the Arts, and fell in love with ballet. She had been tumbling since she was 6 years old, at 12 discovered acrobatics and then a year later took her first jazz class. Presently she performs classical ballet, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, acrobatic stunts and more. The acrobatic dancer wowed judges with her solo and survived a grueling audition process making it to Top 20 on So You Think You Can Dance (Season 5). Caitlin, along with a few select dancers from SYTYCD performed for Salvatore Ferragamo during the 9th Annual Celebration of Dreams. Caitlin danced with Paula Abdul at The White Nights Festival in Russia as part of Abdul’s dance team. With so many styles under her belt and her athleticism, it’s no wonder that she broke into the stunt world in Parkour commercials for Semir and La Fuma, the French outdoor equipment company. Caitlin also performed as stunt doubles for three thriller movies: Escapee, Stash House and No One Lives. Currently, Caitlyn dances, choreographs, teaches and is a stunt double.

Country music artist Brandon Chase is nothing shy of a miracle. Only a few days old, Brandon quit breathing 64 times in 12 hours and was told by doctors he could be deaf, blind, mentally impaired or possibly all three. Not only did the Arlington, TX native not suffer any complications from his childhood, he instead went on to graduate high school at the age of 15. He then completed his masters certificate in songwriting from Berkeley College of Music at the age of 17. Brandon taught himself how to play the piano and guitar and has been writing his own original music since the age of 14. Brandon was featured on iTunes "New and Noteworthy" and also "Rising Stars of Country" following the release of his EP “Country Enough.” His most recent achievement was appearing multiple times on season 5 of NBC's The Voice as a member of Blake Shelton's team. The first single off the album, titled "One" (featured on iTunes "New and Noteworthy"), played on Country Radio nationwide and is available for download on all digital platforms.

Andrew Bambridge, an achondroplastic dwarf, is an internationally-recognized multi-talented performer from New Jersey. He came to SHINE at the age of 13 and wowed the judges. However, Andrew was sidelined for several years. He suffered and triumphed over through physical challenges and surgeries. Two of these surgeries were performer by presidential candidate, Ben Carson. After years of debilitating headaches, Andrew volunteered for a church production. He discovered that only when performing did he find relief. Therefore, he headed back to the stage. He landed a significant role in Pixels, and is one of two actors in the movie with consistently positive reviews. As a singer and percussionist, he has performed with Juilliard and Princeton University. He’s won too many honors and awards to mention. Most of all, Andrew is a young man of God and a role model to all who know him.

Annie Kitral is a veteran and critically praised character actress who has appeared in dozens of feature films including Welcome to Collinwood (George Clooney and William Macy), A Summer Story (Charles Grodin and Mary Steenburgen), Eloise (Eliza Dushku and Chase Crawford), The Last Witch Hunter (Vin Diesel and Elijah Wood) and Insomnia She’s also co-starred or guest starred in various television series including, Judging Amy, Strong Medicine, and The Practice. Annie came to AMTC in 1999 to see how far AMTC might take her. Her words: "My gratitude to AMTC for a most wonderful opportunity and for hooking me up with Kristene Wallis … thank you!!!"

Cameron is a SHINE grad who has a heart for Jesus Christ and is on a mission to tell the world about Him though music, dance, and other forms of art. He’s an actor with national commercials and fashion model who's worked with clients like Teen Vogue and Target. He’s also a rapper and a dancer who performs locally at different churches and events in San Diego. He is the starter of the “PGF SquaD” a group of young people who use their talents to further the kingdom of God and choose to live a little differently than most people their age. Proverbs 19:2 “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”

Nathan Clarkson (son of Sally Clarkson) is an actor, writer, producer, and lover of stories. He came to SHINE twice. Nathan has appeared on commercials, TV-shows, films and recently starred opposite Kevin Sorbo in a faith-based film, Confessions of a Prodigal Son, which was also written and produced by Nathan. Growing up Nathan was constantly described as "out of the box", and even though Nathan was diagnosed with OCD, ODD, ADHD, and other learning disabilities, Nathan was able to take what many would see as "disorders" and turn them into "superpowers”. Nathan lives in LA with his wife. And there, he hopes to bring a light to a world in need. And offer hope to any going through struggles of there own!

The Sanders family came to SHINE twice and SHINE. Can families succeed together? Absolutely! Even Mom, Denise, was brought into the acting world, co-starring with Kelsey in a national Secret commercial. The family is represented by Acme Talent in L.A.

Jackson Nance, a Leiper's Fork, TN native, attended AMTC at the age of 9 with Advantage Models & Talent. The young prodigy and wowed the judges with his voice, good looks and stage presence. Now 16, he's the youngest artist ever to sign a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Records in Nashville. (He is also signed with BMI.) Jackson has released a song, It's a Swamp Thing, with country legends, the Swampers.

Born in Metairie, Louisiana, and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, Ashley Scott attended SHINE in its early years with Millie Lewis of Charleston. She became an international model with Elite in Miami, New York, Paris and London. Then she decided to try out acting. At her first audition, Ashley worked with Al Pacino. When asked how she felt about the audition she said, “I’m dyslexic, so I was frightened about reading in front of someone whether it be Al Pacino or, you know, anybody… but, you know, it was cool. It was just like sitting down with regular old people.” She didn’t win the role, but her audition tape landed in the offices of DreamWorks. She was then cast in another film that led to her first significant big screen credit, a few eye catching seconds as Gigolo Jane in the feature film AI: Artificial Intelligence where she shared screen time with Jude Law. Many movies followed. Ashley also has been a series regular on several TV shows, like Dark Angel, Birds of Prey, Jericho and most recently, unREAL. She resides in LA and is married to Steve Hart, Worlds Apart lead singer. They are the parents of a beautiful baby girl.

Austen came to SHINE when she was 5 years old and has stayed close to the AMTC family ever since. She’s now been modeling, acting, singing and dancing for nearly 25 years. She completed more than 40 regional and national jobs by the time she graduated from high school. Clients include Southern Weddings, Abercrombie and Fitch, Ruehl, Ford Motor Cars, Hanes, L'eggs, Sony, American Airlines, Pfizer, Prevention Magazine, K-Swiss, MTV, The Firm, Vibe Magazine and Best Body Magazine. Some of her additional work includes over a dozen fitness videos, films like Radio, Mother of the River, and Clockers, as well as tv shows like Workin' It Out, One Tree Hill and Heat from the Street.

She won the title of Mrs. America. In addition to her work as model and entertainer, she’s been a personal development instructor, a stylist, a modeling and acting coach, a manager of a multi-million dollar fitness facility, a business owner and an inspirational speaker to nearly 20,000 students. Austen has worked extensively as a speaker with Eagle University, served on the Board of Directors for Project Nightlight, an abuse prevention organization, and was Director of the Girls Ministry at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas. She also completed her Bachelors Degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Chryssie Whitehead came to AMTC at the age of 15, soon to begin an extraordinary career in dance and drama. She began as a NYC Rockette, and later landed her first major Broadway role as Kristine in Chorus Line. Other shows include Company, Cats, Gigi, The Producers and Fosse. She’s had recurring or guest star roles on television, like Grimm, Warehouse 13, Private Practice, Man Up, Grey’s Anatomy and Revenge of the Bridesmaids (TV Movie). She’s also done feature films and commercials. In addition to performing, Chryssie is also a Director/Choreographer and guest faculty member at the AMDA, UCLA and several prestigious NYC schools.

Jaden Martin came to SHINE with AGI in at the age of 8. He has worked continually as an actor and model. He kicked his career into high gear on a trip to LA and immediately began booking several modeling jobs for companies like Target and Kohl’s. Along with Jaden’s passion for modeling, he pursues his dream of acting and has been featured in television series such as All My Children, How to Rock, Minay TV and Jessie- also movies like Battle for Skylark, A History of Radness and After Earth will with Will Smith.

Logan Grove came to AMTC from Palmer, Alaska at the age of 6. He got busy in TV in shows like Suite Life, E.R., and Medium; movies including House Broken and Christmas Do-Over. He won a recurring role in Dairy of a Single Mom, but Logan found fame and Best Child Actor awards in voiceover. He starred as the voice of Garfield Logan/Beast Boy in Young Justice and Gumball Watterson in The Amazing World of Gumball. Logan was nominated for an Annie Award and 2 BTVA (Behind The Voice Actors) awards for both series and won. As Logan’s voice matured beyond those parts, he was replaced and is now moving into his life as a young adult actor.

Uriah Shelton loves acting, singing and martial arts. He attended SHINE at the age of 8 and has spent the last ten years working steadily as an entertainer. He was a series regular on TV shows including The Glades, Blue, and Girl Meets World. He guest starred in The Suite Life, Nancy Express and Monk, and had principals roles in both films and TV movies, included Lifted, about a boy whose dad goes off to war. His latest film is Warrior’s Gate, where teenager is magically transported to China and learns to convert his video game skills into those of a Kung Fu warrior.

After SHINE, Mark had gained callbacks from agents, managers and casting directors. He kept in close connection with CESD in Los Angeles and Frontier Booking International in New York. Mark decided to stay in school, train, and continue his education, all the while he continued to audition via video tapes for the next few years. After high school Mark was accepted into Western Michigan University’s Musical Theatre Department. A year and half later, Mark moved to Los Angeles where he has been cast in multiple films and commercials!

Yeshara Baskoro is a model and actress who proves you are never too young to do big things. Originally from Woodland. WA, Yeshara has appeared on TNT's The Librarians and shot a music video for Goldieblox vs. The Big Sister Machine. She recently booked a principle role on a Sleep Train Mattress commercial and is currently signed with Ryan Artists in Portland.

Jason Griffith

Jason Griffith came to AMTC at the age of 17: a young actor with a deep voice. At the time, his voice and his look didn’t quite match, so his agent (John Shea at Frontier Booking) submitted him for voice work, and he booked. Jason soon became one of the most well-known and beloved voice-over artists in the world: with characters including Sonic the Hedgehog, Shadow the Hedgehog and Jet the Hawk. He was also Usopp in the 4Kids dub of One Piece, Cilan, Ash's former traveling companion and first Unova Gym Leader in Pokémon, Keita Ibuki in Kurokami: The Animation, Tom Majors in Chaotic and Miyamoto Usagi in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Today, Jeremy’s handsome face and voice are a perfect pair, and he’s going live into feature films.

Emma Elle Roberts fell in love with performing at an early age. She began dance training at age 2 and by 13 was taking intensive acting lessons, which ultimately led her to AMTC. Taking the advice of her SHINE stylists, she opted for a short trendy hairstyle which boosted her confidence and got her noticed. Although Emma Elle did well in acting, her career began in modeling. Soon Emma was booking modeling jobs for Vogue Italia, Smuckers, Van Michael Salon and Jute and Borealis magazines. It also served as a natural bridge to acting, which allowed her to land roles in The Hunger Games: Mocking Jay, Insurgent, and others.

Emma has since emerged from background to principal roles, playing leads in the soon-to-be-released features Gracia and I’m Not Ashamed. The latter film is the inside account of the Rachel Joy Scott Columbine story (featuring several other AMTC grads and penned by AMTC’s own Philipa Booyens. The film also features Sadie Robertson.) As Rachel’s rough- around-the-edges best friend, Celine, it has, to date, been Emma’s favorite role. Although Emma is known for playing dark, troubled characters, she has a strong faith and an optimistic view of life. “I love playing roles others are hesitant about,” she says. “Characters that seem to have ulterior motives or someone that reminds you of a time in your life when you were struggling. I’m Not Ashamed reminded me why I do acting; to really live life and be in situations you don’t always get to experience.”

Beth Spangler signed with Icon Studios after SHINE. After a good showing on The Voice, Beth has been touring, writing and performing. She's has done the Belk sponsored Southern Musicians Showcase Tour and has been traveling the country with her band since the release of her debut EP “Audio Selfie.” This six song compilation is a compelling blend of inspiration, soul and sass. She explains, “Audio Selfie gives my fans a direct look into who I am. It exposes my fears, failures, and flaws, as well as the fun, energetic, spunky side of me. It’s my musical Instagram reel!” Beth spent several weeks on MTV’s most popular artist list, peaking at #9, among the likes of Rhianna, Carrie Underwood and Beyoncé. She was also named one of Kings of A&R Top 8 Emerging Artists. Most recently named a RICE (Rising In Community Excellence) Award nominee, Beth is being recognized in the “Entertainment” category for her innovative and charitable contributions to the greater Atlanta community and beyond. “I believe that music is my platform for making a difference in the lives of others,” Beth says during an interview with Fox television series, The Real Winning Edge.

Victoria Staley is a SHINE grad who has been working professionally since she was 8 years old. As early as two years old, it was obvious that Victoria had a “bent” toward entertaining family, friends, and on occasion-total strangers! When she’s not performing, Victoria enjoys running, horseback riding and volunteering at a horse rescue in North Georgia—SavetheHorses.org. She enjoys singing, dancing, and writing poetry and hopes one day to include singing as another facet in her career. Currently, Victoria is represented by J. Pervis Talent Agency in Atlanta. She’s working steadily in print, commercials, television and film.

During the 9th season of American Idol (the same year he came to SHINE), Tim Urban emerged on the national music scene with a blend of his smooth vocals, all-American charm, cool hair and trademark smile. His talent, determination and upbeat attitude won the hearts of fans all over the world and earned him the number seven slot in the competition as well as the chance to perform on the AI concert tour. Now married, Tim continues to write new music, pursue acting opportunities and perform concerts around the country.

Shannon Kane is from Detroit. After SHINE, she began modeling in Chicago. A year later, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue film. Kane said those first few years in L.A. were tough at times. But through persistence, she succeeded. She appeared in an episode of CSI: Miami and started picking up consistent work thereafter. She is best known for her roles as Traci Madsen on the Nick at Nite series, Hollywood Heights; and Natalia Fowler on the ABC daytime soap opera, All My Children. One of her favorites, however, was as Chantal in the cop drama Brooklyn's Finest, alongside Richard Gere, Don Cheadle and Ethan Hawke. Kane cites being able to do "what I love to do" as a career highlight. "Not everybody can be so blessed," she said.

Noree Victoria, from Baltimore, came to SHINE under the directorship of Natarsha Garcia of AGI Performing Arts School. Noree has an IT Masters Degree, but performing is in her blood. She’s kin to the late jazz musician Eubie Blake, and sister to the Emmy-nominated actress Penny Jerald. After gaining yet another degree at the NY Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, Noree has been working steadily as an actress. She has gained an impressive resume in film and television, including a three-year stint as Simone on the Ricky Smiley Show.

As a teen model/actor, singer/songwriter, Keta Jo attended the SHINE Conference. With a sweet, soulful voice and fresh, yet timeless songwriting style, this Indiana-bred artist landed a record deal with Capitol Records at the age of 16. It came from the first batch of songs she had ever written and recorded. Her first album is a dreamy brand of deeply melodic dance-pop that merges magnetic beats with organic instrumentation. Her debut tour was with UK sensation, Sam Smith. Another key factor in Keta setting herself apart as a singer and songwriter: the intensely inspiring mix of honesty and optimism that infuses all of her songs. “My music is driven from things I’ve personally gone through. My goal is always to recognize the negative to bring out the positive, because I believe that life is what you make it,” she says.

As a Cedar Rapids Gazette article states, "Merrick Robison wasn't born on stage, but that would have been an apt beginning--for this story and his life." Given a rich foundation in the Christian faith, he was encouraged to find his place on stage, and was named after the title character of the play, The Elephant Man (John Merrick), whom his father previously portrayed on the stage. Merrick graduated from Olivet Nazarene University with a BA in Music and a minor in Musical Theatre and has performed dozens of theatre roles, including Jud from Oklahoma! and Laurie from Little Women. Merrick has also been featured in film and television, such as Chicago Fire, and has won many awards along this path.

Nicole began acting at the age of 6 and came to SHINE when she was 8. Now in college, she’s been going strong all the way. This deep and kind beauty is now an industry veteran. Her first job was for the Sundance Channel. Since then, she’s been in shows like Criminal Minds, Out of Jimmy's Head, Brother's and Sisters, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. She worked with great actors, such as Sally Fields, Rachel Griffiths, and Kerris Dorsey. Nicolle toured the world in promotion of her most heart-wrenching, 8 Days, in which she plays the lead: a young woman who is kidnapped and trafficked. All proceeds from 8 Days go to various human trafficking charities.Says Nicole’s Mom, Jo Ann, “Nicole continues to audition, work, and train and grow as an actor, this has been such a wonderful experience. This has all been possible because of a post card sent to our mailbox one afternoon, and a little girl begging to go take acting classes, then performing at SHINE. We are so grateful to AMTC for such an amazing opportunity to be seen by top agents, managers, and casting directors and a special thanks to each and everyone that has made this journey so special we are truly grateful.”

Ben Stillwell came to SHINE at the age of 12. Since then, his career has been steady. You can see Ben as "Zach" on Teen Wolf, recurring as "Michael Siletti" on TNT's Murder In the First, "James" on Grey's Anatomy, "Nathan" on Sullivan & Son, "Evan Braun" on Criminal Minds, "James (recurring)" on Shake It Up, "Owen (recurring)" on Lab Rats, "Camden" on Richie Rich, "Todd" in Tales of Halloween Feature Film, "Nicholas" (series regular) on Bad Family/Fox Pilot, "Zuke (lead")" on There Goes the Planet Pilot, Johnny on "Cozmos", and "Adam (lead)" on Cartoon Networks Live Action Pilot Attention Students.

“We always think of our AMTC family when he enjoys any success. That’s where his journey began, surrounded by believers that are truly looking out for his best interest. Additionally, thanks to your organization we have the most wonderful manager who is a “cover” for our son. He has been a tremendous blessing and I can’t imagine what our life would be like without him. Thank you for making sure that the representation at your events is high in quality and integrity. It really is key when we are talking about our children!”

Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, Allie wanted to be an actress for as long as she can remember. She attended SHINE and was the top child actor. Allie was placed with Coast to Coast, one of the top children’s management companies in the world following an interview with Christian Kaplan, VP of Casting for 20th Century Fox (whom she met at SHINE). Previously, Allie was a regular on 3 different TV series: Suite Life, Weeds and Suburgatory, which basically covered her entire childhood. She also has many films and guest-starring roles to her credit. Even with such a busy career, this high achiever graduated valedictorian of her high school and went on to Harvard. Currently she can be seen as Evelyn Silver on ABC's The Goldbergs.

At 48-years-old, Duane Daugherty was the top model at the SHINE Conference he attended, against odds which generally favor handsome men half his age. Yet Duane was highly sought after among all the agents at SHINE, showing off not only an excellent appearance, but charm, humor, and grace as well. It’s what winning overall honors at SHINE is about! Duane began with Advantage Models and Talent in Nashville and is listed with Grossman Jack, Chicago. His print work covers catalogue and lifestyle ads. Duane is now represented by Block (Nashville), Colors (Memphis), Gage (Knoxville), Talent Plus (ST. Louis), Talent Group (Cleveland), The Agency (Little Rock), Directions (Carolinas), AMT (Atlanta), Alexa (Tampa), Barefoot (Mobile), Maximum (Denver), Heyman (Cincinatti), Slate (Orlando), Alix Adams (Louisville).

Alessandra Matkins began as a child model who signed with Product in New York and Kim Dawson in Dallas. She has enjoyed success in print and TV with clients such as JC Penny, Bergdorf Goodman, Marc Jacobs. Belk, Neiman Marcus, Osh Kosh, Dillards, Burlington, Stride Rite, nastier Lukin’s Supergirl Collection, and Kenneth Cole.Her parents sent this note following her SHINE experience: "We would like to take this opportunity to give praise to the Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ for blessing us abundantly and special thank you Carey Lewis and the AMTC Family for all the support. It has also been a blessing to be at auditions in Dallas, with Camie Rivera and the rest of the talent scouts and being able to share our journey with AMTC and to other aspiring talents was indeed a life changing experience!"

Abbie Cobb

Abbie Cobb came to SHINE, walking away with a lot of interest. Her youthful appearance and exuberance have kept her in working steadily in films like Mom’s Night Out, but even more in television, including Grey’s Anatomy, Bones, NCIS, Jonas, CSI, Criminal Minds, and recurring roles on Suburgatory, 90210 and the Secret Life of the American Teenager.

Asher Walker is a professional dancer signed with Clear Talent Group, L.A. He attended SHINE and says: "Through AMTC, God showed me that He is here with me. I think AMTC was a big turning point in my life, making me realize that I could actually get into the industry.” His TV, show and film credits include “I Can Do That,” the Billboard Awards, Xscape Usher Tour, Sir Elton John Greatest Hits Tour, SYTYCD Seasons 8 & 9, Good Morning America, MTV, the Disney Channel with Bella Thorne, BET’s Showtime, and The Perfect Dance. Asher is also a Masters Class dance coach.

Originally from Biloxi, Mississippi, Keisha and Kellie Ramdhanie are dynamic twins who can sing, act, and model. They are a triple threat times two! Their parents are from Trinidad/Tobago, and their father retired from the U.S. Air Force. Their love of singing and performing led to AMTC and to SHINE. Over 16 callbacks precipitated a move to LA, where their careers took off. They have worked with Don Buchwald, Abrams Artists, FFT & Judith Fontaine. The girls have worked individually and together in print ads, television, and film.

Growing up, Antoine’s Scott's favorite thing to do was make people laugh throughout the house. He said "The big mirror in my parent’s bedroom was my first stage, where I celebrated many star performances for an imaginary audience…. Well long story short after, I left the Sheriff's Office and Dept. of Juvenile Justice, and I started my dream of doing what I always wanted to do… being a COMEDIAN.” (joke) Antoine has shared the stage with some of the best comedians in the business, such as D.L. Hughley, Monique, Kevin Hart, Earthquake, Tony Rock, Bill Bellamy, Tracy Morgan, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Patti Labelle and S.O.S Band. "While my television appearances include Showtime at the Apollo and Bill Bellamy’s Who Got Jokes on TV ONE...my films started with the movie Evan Almighty...but if your TV isn't the same size as a movie screen.....you just might miss me!"

Originally from Jamaica, Anthony Watson is a preacher’s kid, singer, songwriter, musician, actor, model… and going into his third season with Team USA skeleton. This AMTC star grad has traveled not only to the Olympics, but around the world with skeleton and bobsled events. When he’s not training or competing, Anthony’s performing. His management team includes Treehouse Entertainment & Rage Models in L.A., Bella in New York and Tate Music in Texas.

Annabelle Lyttle came to AMTC in 2009 with the Donna Groff Agency. At the time, she was studying theatre in college in NM. She has modeling with Wilhelmina, NY, independently and Model Mayhem for major clients and designers. Water her video: The Fashion Shoot Experience - Episode 4 - The Model to see a real shoot and understand some of the things requires of a fashion model. WARNING: a small mount of profanity is in the video, but it is also very real and moving.

Dionne Carole

Dionne Carole was a teacher for 12 years, which later landed her in a school administrative position. One day, her friend told her about an audition in New York City. With no guarantee of the outcome, Dionne left her successful career: “I took a great leap of faith . . . and took the job in New York. I can honestly say that God has been so good ever since.”

After attending SHINE, Dionne began landing roles on Cruise Lines and theater productions like Dreamgirls Broadway Tour, Faces of Black History (Irving Street Repertory), Ain’t Misbehavin, Smokey Joes Cafe and Godspell. She also competed in and won the McDonald’s Gospel Fest.

The most famous Alaska musician that no one in Alaska had heard of is burgeoning indie star, Kate Earl, now known as Earl. She grew up in Chugiak, AK, of Filipino, Dutch and Welsh descent. Kate says “I had so many hours of dreaming logged in at my parents gas station. Ring up a customer, dream… stock the shelves, dream… plow the snow, dream.” The dream was fueled when Kate came to SHINE and got in full gear when she moved to L.A.. She signed with her first record label and began to tour the world. Her sound has drawn comparisons to the work of Joss Stone and Amy Winehouse. Since then, Kate has release three albums, is working on her 4th, and enjoys a growing following.

Erin Beute was a standout for singing, acting and modeling at SHINE. Prior to AMTC, Erin had been solely a theatre actor for 15 years. She even took leave from a contract to attend SHINE. Erin signed with Brevard Talent Group in Orlando, and joined The Wallis Agency. Her breakout role as co-star, Brooke, in Tooth Fairy 2 got her international attention. Since then, Erin has thrived in television, with shows like The Vampire Diaries and Finding Carter, and films, including Ring of Fire, Grace and Mind the Gap, in which Erin plays the lead. Most recently, Erin booked a recurring role on Fox's Shots Fired.

Born in Rhode Island, and named after an Egyptian godmother, Suvari spent her early years in an old stone mansion that she insists was haunted. The family relocated to Charleston, SC, where her three older brothers lined up to attend the Citadel (a military college). Mena’s interested turned toward entertainment when a modeling agency (Millie Lewis) stopped by her all-girls. At age 12, after receiving a few pointers on her runway strut, Suvari attended a SHINE and was snapped up by the New York-based Wilhelmina agency. Her film career started with guest appearances on major TV shows, but fame came from the films American Pie and American Beauty. Since then, Mena has worked steadily in film and TV. She’s also been a Lancome model and international covergirl.Mena Suvari on IMDB

Sonia Dara

A child of parents who immigrated to the U.S. from India in the early 1980s, Sonia Dara was a 16-year-old honor roll student when she attended SHINE. Her beauty, intellect and poise won over the agents and she signed with Elite Atlanta and later, Elite New York. Now the Harvard graduate is working at Microsoft, but still modeling with IMG. She was the first Indian American to be a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model, has guest judged on America's Next Top Model and has been the face of Laura Mercier Cosmetics.

Josh Murray, actor and producer, came to SHINE and signed with Marilyn’s Model and Talent Management in North Carolina and Frontier Booking in New York. Since then, Josh has had dozens of lead and supporting roles in film, television and theater, including Shakespeare. Josh is a character-driven actor whose work ranges from historic to funny, gritty, dramatic, faith-based and futuristic. John’s films have been award-winning and critically acclaimed.

A proud Newfoundlander, James Hawksley came to at the age of 16 and again at age 18 with X-Posure International. Many doors opened for the handsome, intelligent young Canadian. Along with his education and martial arts training, James entered the entertainment industry. He’s modeled in New York, L.A., London, Hamburg, Miami, and Toronto. As a whimsical twist, James also studied and worked many gigs as a magician. Today, his focus is acting. He has an impressive resume in theater (with Shakespeare as a special interest), television and film.

LaRecia Hines attended SHINE as a teen from Baltimore. The beautiful fashion model enjoyed regional success and kept working until she signed internationally with Major Models, one of the world’s top agencies. At 5’11,” LaRecia's walked the runways in New York Fashion Week and shows for clients like Boy Meets Girl, Sohong Designs, Target, Alon Livne, Malan Breton, Heather Lawton, True Religion, and Ann Yee. She’s done print for designers and magazines, including Tommy Hilfiger, Laura Siegel, US Bride, Essence, Vogue, Elle, and Interview.

Gabbie Rae is a fast rising rock vocal phenom artist living in Los Angeles with plans to take over today’s rock world. A child of ’80s rock loving, musician parents, Gabbie Rae first took the stage at age 7 at the famous JR’s Fastlane in Providence RI. She’s been rocking the world professionally ever since. At age 12, she was already featured on VH-1’s “Best Week Ever,” Billboard.com, and Rollingstone.com. Her wide range of musical influences includes Queensrÿche, Stryper, Jeff Scott Soto, and Ronnie James Dio. In fact, her recent acoustic cover video release on YouTube of the classic Dio’s “Rainbow in the Dark” received huge props by the Official Dio Foundation, and is creating quite a buzz throughout social media, various rock publications, and radio stations.

Alycia Pascual Pena was an instant “hit” after her SHINE Conference and immediately starting work as a national print model for stores like Neiman Marcus, JC Penny, Belk and Supergirl, also commercials for clients including American Airlines, Neutrogena and ChuckECheese. She was in the TV series, Chase, and made appeared in shows like Good Morning Texas and Kids Sports Network with deMarcus Ware. Alycia is rebooked by clients again and again, because of her noteworthy positivity, personality, intelligence and helpfulness on every set.